Swearing in of New Planning Commissioners
Ceremonial swearing in completed
Secretary Don Ericson administered the oath of office to Dylan Duckworth and Aaron Duckworth. Both commissioners swore to support the U.S. and Minnesota constitutions and faithfully discharge their duties as planning commissioners for the City of Lakeville, Dakota County, Minnesota.
Divine Encounter Church Conditional Use Permit
7-0 Approved (Trafice, Palooa, Zimmer, Ike, Sweeney, Swanson, Tinsley all voted Aye)
Moved by Commissioner [9:03] · Seconded by Commissioner [9:21]
Pastor Zippora Bugonko presented the application for Divine Encounter Church to occupy 2,385 square feet of an existing 36,623 square-foot building at 17685 Juniper Path in the C3 General Commercial District. The church plans weekly Sunday services, midweek Bible studies, daily prayer, and community outreach activities with approximately 50 attendees. Staff analysis confirmed adequate parking (154 spaces available vs. 17 required based on 50-person capacity). No exterior modifications or interior remodeling are planned. Commissioner Trafice inquired about signage; the applicant deferred to the building owner's requirements and city zoning code compliance. Staff recommended approval with five stipulations.
Pickle in the Mill Indoor Pickleball Facility
7-0 Approved (Kuza, Zimmer, Sweeney, Swanson, Tinsley, Trafice, and one additional commissioner all voted Aye)
Moved by Commissioner Swinson [16:54] · Seconded by Commissioner [17:10]
Lauren Donic presented the application for Pickle in the Mill, an indoor pickleball facility with 15 courts operating 24/7 via digital pin code access. The facility will occupy 42,000 square feet of the 190,000 square-foot Lakeville 35 Logistics Center building under construction at 213000 Juniper Way in the OP Office Park District. The applicant operates successful facilities in Brooklyn Park (2.5 years) and Woodbury (1 year). No food, beverage, or alcohol service is planned. Parking analysis shows 223 spaces available with peak usage anticipated at 50-60 vehicles. Commissioner Swinson inquired about acoustics in the warehouse space; the applicant noted foam testing and no significant issues at existing locations. Commissioner Zimmer asked about 24/7 operation and crime; the applicant reported self-regulated operations and no crime issues. Commissioner Trafice asked about the party room and food service; the applicant explained that teams bring food for the party room to keep the courts clean. Staff recommended approval with two stipulations.
Crossroads East Third Edition Veterinary Clinic
7-0 Approved (Zimmer, Sweeney, Swinson, Tinsley, Palooa, and two additional commissioners all voted Aye)
Moved by Commissioner [27:01] · Seconded by Commissioner [27:23]
Brady Hickox (architect, Truisha Construction) and Dr. Shannon and Ben Kenny (Lakeville Family Pet Clinic owners) presented a new 9,000 square-foot veterinary clinic at 175th Street and Glacier Way. The clinic will provide general practice veterinary care with no boarding services. The site includes 48 parking spaces and a fenced relief area for animals. The preliminary plat creates one lot for the clinic and one outlot for future development. Commissioner Zimmer asked about the relief area proximity to the adjacent Kindercare facility; staff confirmed two relief areas—one in front (leashed animals) and one in back with 8-foot opaque fencing to shield the Kindercare children. Commissioner Swenson commented positively on the business expansion in Lakeville. Staff recommended approval with eight stipulations addressing animal confinement, soundproofing, and proper disposal of animal remains.
Heritage Commons 10th Edition Mixed-Use Development
7-0 Approved (Swaney, Swenson, Tinsley, Trafice, Kuza, Zimmer, and one additional commissioner all voted Aye)
Moved by Commissioner Swinsson [46:35] · Seconded by Commissioner [46:55]
Paul Tucci (2C Development) and Bruce Cheetah (Lake Marian Collision owner) presented a complex multi-step development at Dodd Boulevard and Kenwood Trail involving a preliminary plat, PUD amendment, conditional use permit for two convenience restaurants (Chipotle and Starbucks), and vacation of easements. The project includes a land swap arrangement between Epic Heritage and Lake Marian Collision to facilitate development. The site is 3.74 gross acres with Lot 1 (1.38 acres) for the restaurants, Outlot A (2.17 acres) for future development, and Outlot B (small sliver) to be consolidated with Lake Marian Collision. The applicant requested flexibility on parking (49 spaces vs. 51 required) based on staggered operating hours—Chipotle operates 10:45 AM to 10 PM with a digital mobile order pickup model, while Starbucks operates traditional drive-thru with 14-car stacking capacity. The site includes 27% green space (exceeding 25% requirement) and an underground stormwater infiltration system. Commissioner Swinsson (water resource engineer) questioned the underground storage choice; the applicant explained economics and space constraints. Staff confirmed similar underground facilities exist nearby with conductive soils. Commissioner Trafice asked about access to the O'Reilly parcel; staff confirmed an existing easement with a declaration of record. Staff recommended approval with 10 stipulations and two findings of fact.